KATHMANDU: Khabarhub brings you a glimpse of major developments of the day in Nepal, including politics, business/economy, sports, entertainment, and more.
Rayamajhi, Khand and others to remain in custody for another 3 days
All 14 individuals accused in the fake Bhutanese refugee scam — former Deputy Prime Minister Top Bahadur Rayamazhi, former Home Minister Bal Krishna Khand and others – will remain in custody for another three days.
Kami Rita Sherpa breaks his own record with 26th climb to Mt Everest
Kami Rita Sherpa has set a new record by reaching the summit of Mt. Everest for the 27th time. He reached the peak of Mt Everest for the 27th time at 8:30 am today morning.
Govt slashes fare for long-distance public transport
The government has slashed long-distance fares from today. The decision to this effect was made after the Nepal Oil Corporation (NOC) reduced the price of diesel with effect from 12 midnight on Tuesday. The diesel price was reduced by Rs 10 per litre.
Govt seems oblivious to its precarious situation: Oli
CPN-UML Chairman KP Oli has sniffed sarcam over Nepali Congress (NC) saying it genuinely lacks a political nature. Speaking on the occasion of the 30th Madan-Ashrit Memorial Day, in a program held in Balkhu on Wednesday, Oli dubbed NC as a party devoid of ideology.
Visiting Australian assistant minister calls on PM Dahal
Visiting Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs of Australia, Tim Watts, today paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’. During the meeting held at the Prime Minister’s official residence in Baluwatar, matters relating to bilateral interests were discussed, the Prime Minister’s Secretariat said.
NEPSE witnesses long-awaited double-digit growth on Wednesday
The Nepal Stock Exchange witnessed a double-digit growth of 23.39 points on Wednesday. The NEPSE index increased by 23.39 points to 1845.01 points. The day witnessed the transaction of 857.6 million rupees from 2,577,210 shares.
Unified Socialist committed to social justice: leader Nepal
Chairman of Unified Socialistparty and former Prime Minister Madhav Kumar Nepal has said the party is committed to fighting social exploitation, suppression and autocracy and institutionalising democratic norms and values.
Child killed in Hetauda accident
A toddler was killed after he was hit by a jeep today in Hetauda of Makwanpur. The jeep (Pradesh 03-001Cha 1597) hit two-year-old Samar Lo of Simaltar, leaving him severely injured.
Sixth Nepal Chamber Expo taking place from Thursday
The sixth Nepal Chamber Expo is taking place in Kathmandu’s Bhrikutimandap on May 18- 22. The event to be organized by the Nepal Chamber of Commerce will showcase stalls of both domestic and international products.
Australian Minister hands over rescue equipment
Australia’s Assistant Foreign Minister, Tim Watts, MP, handed over an Australian-made Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) to the Himalayan Rescue Association (HRA) for use at Pheriche Aid Post and the Everest ER Clinic at Everest Base Camp, today.
Four arrested for their alleged involvement in Arghakhanchi fire
The Arghakhanchi Police have arrested four people on the charge of their involvement in causing a wildfire at Dhakhabang of Bhumikasthan municipality-2 in the district.
Resham Chaudhary is a revolutionary: Baburam Bhattarai
Nepal Samajwadi Party Chairman Dr. Baburam Bhattarai has branded Resham Chaudhary, who was sentenced to life imprisonment on Tuesday, a revolutionary. In a tweet on Wednesday, Dr. Bhattarai appreciated the role played by Resham Chaudhary to establish a new and future-oriented belief and method through rebellion.
Three arrested with rhino horn
A police team has arrested three people with a rhino horn at Steel Tower of Lalitpur Metropolitan city-4 in Lalitpur district. They were held in possession of 297 milligrams of the horn.
NC leaders initiating Transformation Campaign
In an effort to bring about transformative changes within the Nepali Congress (NC), a group of party leaders has initiated a nationwide campaign aimed at revitalizing the country’s “grand old” party.
Dhaulagiri sees first ascent of this season
Two nationals from Poland have successfully climbed the Dhaulagiri Mountain. The peak (8,167 meters) is the seventh highest peak in the world. With this, the peak recorded the first climbing of this season. According to Seven Summit Trek’s Managing Director Thaneswor Guragai, they are Bartek Ziemski and Oswald Rodrigo Pereria.
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